Summary of Contents for John Deere HR-G1700i

This manual and safety signs on your machine may also be available in other languages. (See your John Deere dealer to order.) THIS MANUAL SHOULD BE CONSIDERED a permanent part of your machine and should remain with the machine when you sell it.

FEDERAL EMISSION COMPONENT DEFECT WARRANTY and CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY are applicable to only those engines / generators complied with EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) and CARB (California Air Resources Board) emission regulations in the U.S.A. To the engines / generators exported to and used in the countries other than the U.S.A., warranty service shall be performed by the distributor in each country in accordance with the standard Robin engine / generator warranty policy as applicable.

CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The California Air Resources Board and Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. (herein “FUJI”) are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 2004 and later Small Off-Road engine (herein “engine”). In California, new engine must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards.

F. WHERE TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE It is recommended that warranty service be performed by the authorized dealer who sold you the engine, although warranty service will be performed by any authorized service dealers or warranty stations anywhere in the United States. When warranty repair is needed, the engine must be brought to an authorized service dealer or warranty station’s place of business during normal business hours.

Never use a generator in enclosed or partially-enclosed spaces. Generators can produce high levels of carbon monoxide very quickly. When you use a portable generator, remember that you cannot smell or see carbon monoxide. Even if you can’t smell exhaust fumes, you may still be exposed to carbon monoxide.

A GFCI will not work on generators that do not have the neutral wire bonded to the frame, or on generators which have not been properly grounded. All John Deere generators have internally bonded ground wires. A GFCI will not work if the unit is not properly grounded.

For power outages, permanently installed stationary generators are better suited for providing backup power to the home. Even a properly connected portable generator can become overloaded. This may result in overheating or stressing the generator components, possibly leading to a generator failure.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read this operator’s manual completely before using. When using this product, the following basic precautions should always be followed: 1. Read all the instructions before using the product. 2. Do not enclose the generator nor cover it with a box.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 10. Engine becomes extremely hot during and for some time after operation. Keep combustible materials well away from generator area. Be very careful not to touch any parts of the hot engine especially the mufﬂer area or serious burns may result.

WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate to the job. Wear a suitable hearing protective device such as earmuffs or earplugs to protect against objectionable or uncomfortable loud noises. Operating equipment safely requires the full attention of the operator.

SAFETY SIGNS In accordance with the European requirements (eec Directives), the speciﬁed symbols as shown in the following table are used for the products and this instructions manual. Read the operator's instruction manual. Stay clear of the hot surface. Exhaust gas is poisonous. Do not operate in an unventilated room.

CONTROLS ENGINE SWITCH: (Fig. 15) The engine switch is designed for easy operation with the interlocking mechanism between the fuel valve and the choke. OUTPUT LAMP AND OVERLOAD LAMP: (Fig. 16) These lamps are turned on in the following conditions: Output Lamp (Green) --- The lamp is turned on while generating properly.

“ON” position. CAUTION: IF CIRCUIT BREAKER CONTINUES TO TRIP, CHECK APPLIANCE FOR DEFECT. IF GENERATOR IS MALFUNCTIONING, SEE YOUR AUTHORIZED JOHN DEERE SERVICE CENTER OR DEALER. NEVER INTERFERE WITH THE OPERATION OF THE CIRCUIT BREAKER KNOB OR K E E P P U S H I N G I T I N T H E “...

Preparing the Generator GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. DANGER - IMPROPER CONNECTION OF THE EQUIPMENT-GROUNDING CONDUCTOR CAN RESULT IN A RISK OF ELECTROCUTION.

PRE-OPERATION FUELING: WARNING: WARNING: EXPLOSIVE FUEL! GASOLINE IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE AND ITS VAPORS CAN EXPLODE IF IGNITED. STORE GASOLINE ONLY IN APPROVED CONTAINERS, IN WELL VENTILATED, UNOCCUPIED BUILDINGS AND AWAY FROM SPARKS OR FLAMES. DO NOT FILL THE FUEL TANK WHILE THE ENGINE IS HOT OR RUNNING, SINCE SPILLED FUEL COULD IGNITE IF IT COMES IN CONTACT WITH HOT PARTS OR SPARKS FROM IGNITION.

PRE-OPERATION FUELING (continued): General Recommendations • Purchase gasoline in small quantities and store in clean, approved containers. • To minimize gum deposits in your fuel system and to insure easy starting, do not use gasoline left over from the previous season. •...

PRE-OPERATION CHECK COMPONENT PARTS: Check following items before starting engine: 1. Fuel leakage from fuel hose, etc. 2. Bolts and nuts for looseness. 3. Components for damage or breakage. 4. Generator not resting on or against any adjacent wiring. CHECK GENERATOR SURROUNDINGS: When listening to the radio near the generator, the radio sound may be disturbed on account of the radio wave condition and the radio performance.

6. Make sure the output lamp is on. This indicates that the generator is properly operating. NOTE: Please consult with an authorized John Deere Dealer if the output lamp is off during the proper operation. 7. Test the GFCI receptacle on the unit. Push the test button. The reset button should pop out and there should be no power at the receptacle.

Stop the generator immediately, check the appliance and/or generator for overloading, and have repaired as necessary by an authorized John Deere Dealer. 4. Turn on the switch of the appliance. Operating the Generator...

OPERATION WATTAGE INFORMATION: Some appliances need a “surge” of energy when starting. This means that the amount of electrical power needed to start the appliance may exceed the amount needed to maintain its use. Electrical appliances and tools normally come with a label indicating voltage, cycles / Hz, amperage (amps) and electrical power needed to run the appliance or tool.

OPERATION CABLE SIZE: When a long electric extension cord is used to connect an appliance or tool to the generator, a certain amount of voltage drop or loss occurs in the extension cord which reduces the effective voltage available for the appliance or tool.

OPERATION SPARK ARRESTER: In a dry or wooded area, it is recommended to use the product with a spark arrester. Some areas require the use of a spark arrester. Please check your local laws and regulations before operating your product. The spark arrester must be cleaned regularly to keep it functioning as designed.

When generator engine fails to start after several attempts, or if no electricity is available at the output socket, check the following chart. If your generator still fails to start or generate electricity, contact your nearest John Deere dealer or service shop for further information or corrective procedures.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Maintenance, replacement or repair of the emission control devices and systems must be performed by an authorized John Deere Service Center or Dealer. DAILY INSPECTION: Before running the generator, check the following service items: • Leakage of gasoline and engine oil.

(100) hours. Before changing oil, check for a suitable way to dispose of old oil. Your local zoning or environmental regulations will give you more detailed instructions on proper disposal. **NOTE: As to the procedures for these items, contact your authorized John Deere Service Dealer. Operator’s Manual...

PREPARATION FOR STORAGE The following procedures should be followed prior to storage of your generator for periods of 6 months or longer. 1. Drain fuel from fuel tank carefully by disconnecting the fuel line. Gasoline left in the fuel tank will eventually deteriorate making engine-starting difﬁcult.

The John Deere warrants all parts, (except those referred to below), of your new generator to be free from defects in materials and workmanship during the following periods: For Two (2) Years from the date of original purchase. Defective parts not subject to normal wear and tear will be repaired or replaced at our option during the warranty period.

-As the SORE owner, you should however be aware that John Deere may deny you warranty coverage if your SORE or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance or unapproved modiﬁcations.

(6) The owner must not be charged for diagnostic labor that leads to the determination that a warranted part is in fact defective, provided that such diagnostic work is performed at a warranty station. (7) John Deere is liable for damages to other engine components proximity caused by a failure under warranty of any warranted part.